“ How does keeping secret affect the him / her ?”
Keeping such information hidden can lead to isolation , fear , and confusion for cancer patients . The lack of awareness about their condition can make them turn to friends and online sources , potentially leading to misinformation . Without accurate information , patients may imagine the worst , increasing their anxiety and distress .
�atients are fre�uently shielded from critical medical information , leaving them unprepared for the inevitability of death . Simultaneously , family members often make the deliberate choice to withhold these details , believing it to be an act of love and protection , aligning with their sense of duty to preserve the patient ’ s emotional wellbeing and hope for recovery . Moreover , disagreements among family members regarding treatment choices can contribute to the decision to maintain this secrecy . This burden of preserving such a significant secret can generate feelings of remorse , intensifying the grief experienced by the family .
After the loss , those involved in keeping this secret may grapple with regret , pondering the “ what-if ” scenarios . The weight of guilt for not being completely
transparent with their loved one can be profound , as it potentially deprives the patient of the chance to plan for the future , express their preferences , and engage in decision-making for themselves . This complexity adds an additional layer of difficulty for family members when it comes to making decisions . The absence of guidance further complicates the decision-making process , especially when family members have differing opinions , making it even more challenging and emotionally taxing for the family .
In summary , concealing a cancer diagnosis can harm patients and their families .
Key points : 1 . Secrecy can make patients feel suspicious , and their symptoms may reveal the diagnosis inadvertently . 2 . Keeping the diagnosis hidden increases isolation and anxiety , leading to misinformation .
3 . Excluding the patient from critical discussions can make family members feel guilty and complicate the grieving process . The absence of patient guidance in decision-making adds emotional strain , particularly when family members have differing opinions . n
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